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M116 ROF

1995 Rover Mini

Green Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jun 2026
Tests25 (19 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate76%

Mileage

35,449 mi
Last recorded35,449 miles
Recorded on27 Jun 2025
Typical for 1995 Rover Mini51,922 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM116 ROF
MakeRover
ModelMini
Year1995
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

19 pass 6 fail
Pass 27 Jun 2025 35,449 miles
Fail 27 Jun 2025 35,449 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 19 Apr 2024 35,167 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 28 Oct 2022 34,329 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2021 33,939 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2020 32,395 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2019 31,485 miles
Fail 11 Sep 2019 31,460 miles

Emissions not tested vehicle keeps cuting out (8.2.1.2 (d))

Nearside Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 23 Aug 2018 29,236 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2017 27,097 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Rear Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint both front lower (2.4.G.2)

Pass 1 Sep 2016 24,018 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2015 23,227 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2014 23,040 miles
Fail 8 Aug 2014 23,025 miles

Offside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Pass 13 Jul 2013 20,261 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2012 16,887 miles
Fail 23 Jul 2012 16,887 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting insecure (2.4.G.1)

Pass 23 Jul 2011 16,598 miles
Fail 23 Jul 2011 16,598 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 19 Jul 2010 16,417 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2009 15,923 miles
Fail 18 May 2009 15,921 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Rear Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1) DANGEROUS

o/s/r brake binding slightly

Pass 15 May 2008 12,929 miles

rear exhaust silencer corroded

Pass 25 May 2007 12,726 miles
Pass 22 May 2006 12,552 miles

How Reliable is the Rover Mini?

Based on 519,169 MOT tests across 45,631 vehicles.

66.8%
Pass Rate
876
Miles/Year
47
Year Lifespan
45,631
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 32,036
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 24,016
Steering rack gaiter split 21,375
Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded 18,460
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 18,348
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M116 ROF is a 1995 Rover Mini in Green with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76%.

Across all 1995 Rover Mini models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.5% with a typical mileage of 51,922 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Rover Mini fails its MOT is subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 32,036 recorded failures. If you're considering buying M116 ROF, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Rover Mini typically stays on UK roads for around 47 years. At 31 years old, this Rover Mini is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was M116 ROF registered?

M116 ROF is a 1995 Rover Mini, first registered on 16 May 1995.

Is M116 ROF safe to buy?

The MOT history for M116 ROF shows 25 tests with a 76% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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